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The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!

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Interior
Smart TV, books, music library
Exterior
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a brown sofa with a cushion that says "Life is at ease with an ocean breeze," and a framed dolphin logo on the window.
A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a kettle on the stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms357 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Princeville, HI
  • Place, Sealodge Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Princeville Makai Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hideaways Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Princeville

A family-friendly stay in Princeville awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Sealodge Beach and Princeville Makai Golf Club. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 4.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden, gas grills and a water dispenser. Added amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Princeville holiday home include Hanalei Bay and Anini Beach.

What's nearby

  • Sealodge Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Puupoa Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Anini Beach - 13 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!


E Komo Mai (Welcome)!

Looking for a home away from home for your family and friends to gather under one roof and make memories that will last a lifetime? Look no further than The Dolphin Hale, Kauai.

For your enjoyment, this tri-level bluff home possesses wonderful ocean views and an Open Floor Plan with an ocean-inspired color palette. The Dolphin Hale features 5 actual bedrooms (with closets, dressers, and legal egress), 4.5 updated baths, two living spaces, a dining area with table for 10 (padded chairs), LARGE Chef's Kitchen, newer outdoor spa and 4-burner outdoor gas grill. Among the creature comforts, The Dolphin Hale touts A/C in the greater living area, Smart Flat Screen TVs, USB ports, and Comfort Height toilets.* Moreover, The Dolphin Hale sleeps up to 10 in real beds--no futons or sofa-sleepers here! The heart of this home is the spacious Chef's Kitchen (Viking Double-Oven and Viking 6-Burner Gas Stove-top) and Island (seats 6) serving as a great place for casual breakfasts or Happy Hour!

Located in the master-planned community of Princeville, guests of The Dolphin Hale also will appreciate its proximity to the Princeville shopping center, golf courses and 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay--all within walking distance of the house. In addition, there is a jungle path to the private Kaweonui Beach aka Sealodge Beach that can be hiked in about 10-minutes, but it is not maintained and caution is advised when wet. Further, the world famous Hanalei Beach Park is just minutes away by car and is well worth a visit. Upon returning to The Dolphin Hale after your day trip to any one of the numerous island attractions, relax in the NEW 7-person spa off the lower lanai, or have drinks and barbecue on the upper lanai--both overlooking the ocean. The sound of the surf breaking below also can be heard from the guest rooms, so open the windows and enjoy the cool Trade Winds as well as the amenities of The Dolphin Hale on your next visit to the North Shore of Kauai.

In short, The Dolphin Hale is full of aloha--providing the spaces and amenities that make leaving hard to do. If you will be connecting with family/friends who reside on island or are lodging at other VR/Resort Accommodations during your dates of stay at The Dolphin Hale, please disclose at the time of booking. Also, toddlers and babies are counted in the number for your party.

Please be advised that The Dolphin Hale sits between two homes occupied by full-time residents. As a good neighbor policy, bachelor or bachelorette parties, weddings, tea ceremonies, receptions or other such events are prohibited. Note: This property utilizes Minut--a noise level monitoring system to help you avoid visits from the Princeville Patrol. Blink security cameras also are in use on the exterior of the home.

- Mahalo, Tammy Russell-Rice, Owner

NOTE: Please be mindful of the 4PM Check-In and 10AM Check-Out when making plans. Both practices are needed to ensure our Professional Housekeeping staff has the time required to clean and otherwise make The Dolphin Hale presentable and safe for all. Further, you won't find any funky shower curtains in this house. Again, in order for ALL of this to transpire, housekeeping must be able to start at 10AM. So, please do not oversleep.

* We strive to ensure that The Dolphin Hale functions as it should upon your arrival. We, however, cannot guarantee that the A/C, spa, televisions, appliances, outdoor grill, high speed internet, window shades, etc. will not malfunction or break down or even be available during your stay. Therefore, no refunds or adjustments will be made for any mechanical, structural or operational failure regardless of the cause.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,844 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 35

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn OFF AC
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

See Rental Agreement for a complete list of House Rules. Mahalo
Spa Rules Apply - Please ask for a copy. Hours of Operation 9A - 9P.
Grill Rules Apply - Please ask for a copy. First propane tank is complimentary.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Minors are 0 -17 years of age.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 540130140000, GE-009-647-0016-01, TA-009-647-0016-01

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

Yep, The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! is a short 9-minute walk from Sealodge Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!.

Is The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a gas grill, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

No, The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!?

There is a golf course next to The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA!.

The Dolphin Hale - Deluxe Ocean View family home full of ALOHA! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this house.
Fabulous view from the lanai.
Paradise!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept property and excellent communication. Ocean views are a great start to each day. Would for sure book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and view
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

carol g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the house is breathtaking; the house is stunning, especially the kitchen; and the availability of an island hostess was a blessing. We are a very diverse group ranging from 4 to 80 years old; but we all agreed the Dolphin Hale is near heaven on earth
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great; welcoming and responsive. House was terrific with great views abd amenities; but not a good choice for our senior citizens. We had 3 falls. No injuriesexcept for pride!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic stay at the Dolphin Hale. So many things to complement the team on. House was clean, as advertised and tons of very helpful amenities like beach/snorkel gear, kitchen utensils, coookies on arrival, well stocked pantry. The views are amazing! Saw lots of whales and many bird species. We had 11 in our party including 2 toddlers under 4 and it slept us all very well with plenty of room. The hosts were fantastic and gave replies to questions very quickly and happily. Overall a fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheylynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely lovely. Our host was very responsive and there were more amenities than I expected, including an air fryer and a blender. The beach is a 10 minute drive away but the views from the deck more than make up for the lack of beach access. And if you have to work on vacation, the master bedroom has a desk with the most stunning view. The home is in a quiet and beautiful Princeville neighborhood with a grocery store just minutes away to stock up on food and drinks. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Wonderful property at a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house

Wonderful house for our family vacation. Very spacious and great view of the ocean.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Home

Location was great with beautiful ocean views. Home was perfect for our family of 10 and enjoyed meals and hanging out in the kitchen and dining room. Check-in and check-out was simple and communication with property manager was excellent. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Had a great time with a few adventures
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectations

Beautiful house in a spectacular location!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devainder G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Hale

Very Nice Ocean view property in a Excellent neighbourhood we gad a wonderful family vacation Thank you for hosting us The property is excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay at the Dolphin Hale

This house was absolutely perfect for our family vacation to Kauai. From the size and layout to the amazing ocean view. We loved having a very large and well stocked kitchen for our cooking. We enjoyed many great home cooked meals on the deck with a lovely view of the sea. The rooms were all very well appointed and beds were comfortable. It was an amazing stay. We were here during the recent tsunami warning and I was so impressed to have been contacted by the owner and onsite contact offering any assistance we may have needed. I would highly recommend The Dolphin Hale for anyone looking for a beautiful vacation stay. Location could not have been better. We had a BLAST!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay at Dolphin Hale!

We had a lovely Thanksgiving Week at Dolphin Hale! Delightful!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Princeville

Excellent location in one of our most favorite places in all of Hawaii! Easy access to all that is this side of Kauai.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kauai Family vacation at Dolphin Hale

The home was lovely and accommodated the 8 of us. Beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and great location.

The house worked well for our family of 9- ranging from tween to older adults. The kitchen was beautiful and fun for us to cook and share meals together.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KONNIE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vrbo ever!!

We love everything about the vrbo. Kitchen , view, beds, safety, parking, location. Definitely would stay sgain
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home, Great Service

My family of 10 stayed at Dolphin Hale. From the start the communication about the home was fast, friendly, and helpful. This continued through our entire stay. The home is in a wonderful location with easy access to all that HI has to offer. The large kitchen, common area, lanai, and hot tub provided plenty of opportunity to relax and connect. I was very impressed with the home and the team that manages it. I would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great property!

We loved staying here! It was absolutely perfect for our group of 3 siblings and spouses. Beautiful location and helpful hostess made for a wonderful vacation. We are SO happy we stayed on this property. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views!!

The house is really good and full of amenities. We had such a great time. It is a beautiful home with a wonderful location. A wonderful place to create new memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kauai’s beauty

This house is beautiful and has wonderful views! It is in a perfect location for exploring the beauty that Kauai offers! Beach access has changed from listing and is farther away from the house!Our host was wonderful and very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The Dolphin Hale is a wonderful property overlooking the Pacific Ocean with easy access to multiple beaches. Absolutely loved our stay, would stay here again and would recommend to friends. Property owner very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024